The Organization of Philippine Soldiers with Outstanding Leadership, Dedication, Integrity, Excellence, and Responsibility to Society (TOPSOLDIERS) recently partnered with the Rotary Club of Makati Metro (RCMM) to hold a successful Charity Golf Tournament. The main goal of this event was to raise funds for wounded soldiers, soldiers facing mental health challenges, and others with health issues who are receiving care at the Heroes Ward of V. Luna Medical Center in Quezon City.
The tournament saw an overwhelming response from generous sponsors, including Metrobank, Armscor Shooting Center, Inc., Torre Lorenzo Development Corporation, Salty Boots 7 Security Agency, and more. Their support played a crucial role in making the event possible.
Distinguished figures like BuCor Chief Gen Gregorio Catapang, Jr., Philippine Army Commanding General LTGen Romeo Brawner, Jr. AFP (TOPS 2013 and TOPSOLDIERS President), Metrobank Representative Security Head PBGen Louie Oppus (ret) (COPS 2004), Senator Robinhood Padilla, RCMM President LTGen Raul Del Rosario (ret) (TOPS 2011), and PVLMC Commanding Officer Col Jonna Dalaguit MC (TOPS 2015) participated in the Ceremonial Tee-Off of the TOPSOLDIERS-RCMM Golf Charity Tournament. The Philippine Navy Flag Officer-in-Command also graced the event.
The support did not stop there, as Makati Medical Center Foundation, Inc., Rep. Paolo Duterte, VAdm Toribio Adaci, Jr. AFP, Col Ramon Bello PA (GSC), Sec. Eduardo Año, Gov. Nina Ricci Ynares, Mayor Wilfredo Robles, Mayor Roderick Furigay, Philippine Coast Guard, PTC Holdings Corporation, Arevalo and Partners Consultancy, Inc., Philippine Navy and Coast Guard Enlisted Personnel Association Inc. (PNCGEPAI), Tee Sports Gear, Lobes Marketing, MGen Ferdinand Barandon AFP, Commo Socrates Daza AFP, BGen Eugenio Clemen (ret), Joint Task Force Basilan, and the Office of Rep. Arnie Teves, Jr. all contributed to the cause.
The participation of former TOPS awardees like VAdm Jesus Millan (ret) (TOPS 2007), RAdm Jose Renan Suarez (ret) (TOPS 2008), RAdm Bayani Gaerlan (ret) (TOPS 2004), MGen Melquiades Feliciano (ret) (TOPS 2010), BGen Milfredo Melegrito (ret) (TOPS 2012), and BGen Antonio Francisco, Jr. AFP was truly heartwarming, showcasing the spirit of camaraderie within the TOPSOLDIERS community.
Thanks to the overwhelming support from sponsors, prominent individuals, and former awardees, the Charity Golf Tournament successfully raised significant funds. These funds will be utilized to enhance the well-being and care of our brave soldiers at the Heroes Ward in V. Luna Medical Center. The collaboration between TOPSOLDIERS and RCMM has undoubtedly left a positive impact on the lives of those who have selflessly served our nation. (INSITES by: JOJI CODILLA)
